1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 406 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
